Transformation of 5-D itch scale and numerical rating scale in chronic hemodialysis patients.

Jia-Wen LaiHung-Chih ChenChe-Yi ChouHung-Rong YenTsai-Chung LiMao-Feng SunHen-Hong ChangChiu-Ching HuangFuu-Jen TsaiJohannes TschenChiz-Tzung Chang

Published in: BMC nephrology (2017)

Categories for the 5-D itch scale were proposed based on the measurements of pruritus severity in HD patients. This information provides a simple solution that enables transformation between the 5-D itch scale and the numerical rating scale.

Keyphrases

end stage renal disease
chronic kidney disease
atopic dermatitis
ejection fraction
newly diagnosed
healthcare
social media
patient reported outcomes
patient reported
solid state